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The speaker examines a particular section, noting that the rusted condition makes identification challenging. For example, a square component at the bottom is confirmed to be brass, whereas other areas are heavily corroded steel, emphasizing the passage of time and exposure to harsh maritime conditions.
Comparing Recovered and Personal Artifacts
A significant portion of the transcript discusses comparing a recovered relic with personal possessions from the speaker's collection. For instance, the speaker displays a canon superstore purchase, a relic in much better condition—a sign that different pieces have varied histories and tracks of preservation.